In this prequel to Namco's 2002 urban third-person shooter, player's resume the role of the versatile anti-hero Jack Slate, who is rejoined by his faithful canine companion Shadow. Dead to Rights II is designed to accent the features fans enjoyed in the original, including the fast melee, dangerous gunfights, and -- more than anything else -- the chance to conquer challenges a number of different ways by selecting wisely from the hero's wide assortment of special moves and shooting skills. Slate can now attack enemies in all directions, even those standing behind him, and the revamped slow-motion "bullet-time" mode offers greater control and more cinematic sequences. ~ T.J. Deci, All Game Guide